[This Philly school police officer was shot 11 times — and lived. Here’s what he wants you to know.]

Summary

Craig Romanczuk, a Philadelphia school police officer, was shot 11 times but survived. He speaks softly about his recovery and what he wants the public to understand about his experience and resilience.

Key details

The officer sustained 11 gunshot wounds during the attack.
He reports that speaking now feels like a small miracle.
Romanczuk emphasizes the importance of perseverance through severe injury.
The article covers his reflections on the incident and his advice to others.

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Facts preserved

Survived after being shot 11 times.
Recovery involves significant physical and emotional work.
The subject is a police officer assigned to a Philadelphia school.

Quotes preserved

The article includes Romanczuk’s reflections spoken in a whisper, highlighting the difficulty of his voice and the sense of miracle in his ability to speak.

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Author's summary

A Philadelphia school police officer survives 11 gunshot wounds and speaks about recovery, resilience, and what he hopes others understand about his ordeal.

The Philadelphia Inquirer on MSN — 2025-12-07